Databases

Question 1

6 Features of a database

Answer 1

1. Storing information about employees, suppliers, customers and products.
2. Able to search a Database using Queries to view specific data.
3. Creating reports to display information at meetings or reviews.
4. Creating labels to send out for shipping products to specific customers.
5. Information can be stored securely through password protection.
6. Information can be sorted (alphabetically, numerically, chronologically).

Question 2

5 Advantages of Databases

Answer 2

1. Information is quick and easy to find.
2. Information is easier to update.
3. Information is quickly sorted.
4. Reports can be quickly generated.
5. Less space is required for storage.

Question 3

3 Disadvantages of Database

Answer 3

1. If the computer crashes information will be unavailable.
2. Expensive to transition to and maintain.
3. Staff would require training on the new systems which would cost time and money.